An Intro to Scientific Illustration

Join world-renowned scientific illustrator Val Kells as she demonstrate how to professionally draw a marine organism. With more than 30 years of experience, Val has an impressive portfolio and has worked on a variety of projects-from field guides to museum exhibits. Her presentation and subsequent Q&A session was recorded as part of Marine Science Day at the Virginia Institute of Marine Science on May 15th, 2021.

[@chisaquaticvibe6524]

This is amazing!

[@Odyssey606]

Lovely session :) so informative. Looking into becoming a scientific illustrator. Thank you!

[@VAInstituteofMarineScience]

Glad you found the video of value! Good luck in your career.

[@rachealspence2589]

I’ve been intrigued by this field since my early 20s. Suggestions for online only options for schools/programs to pursue this degree?

[@VAInstituteofMarineScience]

We suggest you contact Val directly, as she would be more knowledgeable: www.valkellsillustration.com

[@sadepennbrook]

I disliked your video because of the absolute cruelty of holding that frozen bulleye fish hostage while it gasped for air instead of dispatching it humanely.